The Committee of Management of The Textile Institute Benevolent Society is offering financial support to assist a limited number of students in attending the 93rd Textile Institute World Conference 2025. The event will be hosted by TI Corporate Member Aquitex in Porto, Portugal, from 7–10 October 2025.

Each bursary will cover the student conference fee and include a one-year student membership to The Textile Institute, if the recipient is not already a member.

Further details of the Conference can be found on either The Textile Institute’s website: https://www.textileinstitute.org/events/tiwc/

The Textile Institute is a unique organisation in textiles, clothing and footwear. It was incorporated in England by a Royal Charter granted in 1925, was inaugurated in 1910 and is a registered charity. The Institute has individual and Corporate Members in up to 70 countries, the membership covers all sectors and all disciplines in textiles, clothing, and footwear. Within these global industries the aim of the Institute is to facilitate learning, to recognise achievement, to reward excellence and to disseminate information.

Eligibility

Bursaries are open to full-time undergraduate or postgraduate students studying textile, clothing, or footwear-related subjects in the host country, Portugal. Eligibility may also extend to full-time PhD students and part-time undergraduate or postgraduate students, provided they are not employed full-time and have an annual salary below GB£14,000 (or equivalent). Preference will be given to students who are members of The Textile Institute and/or those presenting a paper at the Conference.

Applicants from non-host countries are welcome to apply, and their applications will be considered if all bursary spots are not filled by host country applicants.

How to enter   

Applicants should submit a supporting statement in English (maximum 500 words) explaining how they would benefit from attending the World Conference. Entries marked World Conference Student Bursaries 2025 and including full contact details should be emailed for the attention of Matthew Cole by Friday 4 July 2025 at the following address – tiihq@textileinst.org.uk

Condition of the award

As a condition of accepting their awards, successful applicants are required to submit a short report after the Conference outlining the benefits, they have gained from attending which will be published in the membership magazine and online. Examples of past reports can be made available on request.

Assessment

All entries will be assessed by a panel appointed by the Committee of Management and applicants will be notified of the outcome as soon as possible after the closing date.

Call for Papers and Presentations is now open!

Submission 

Abstracts should be submitted to papers.tiwc25@aquitex.pt

The email subject matter is TIWC 2025 Abstract Submission.

Abstract Submission Guidelines for TIWC 2025

Full Paper Author Guidelines for TIWC 2025

Start making your plans now for TIWC 2025 to ensure you don’t miss out.

Fibre to Future: Transforming Fashion and Textiles through Sustainability and Digitalisation

Organising Committee 

Jorge Faria, Aquitex, Porto, Portugal 

Matilde Faria, Aquitex, Porto, Portugal

Nuno Azóia, Aquitex, Porto, Portugal

Citeve Representative, Citeve, Porto, Portugal

The TI Events Committee are part of the organising committee:

Prof Subhash Anand, University of Bolton, London, UK

Dinah Awino Nairobi, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Prof Elizabeth Barnes, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK

Dr Xiaogang Chen Manchester, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK

Stephanie Dick, The Textile Institute, Manchester, UK

Elizabeth Fox, EPF Associates Ltd, London, UK

Dr Kim Gandhi, Manchester, UK

Katie Greenyer, Pentland Group, London, UK

Robyn Ingham, The Textile Institute, Manchester, UK

Jason Kent Manchester, BTMA, Manchester, UK

Prakash Kinny, Technical Textiles Innovation, Maharashtra, India

Rohana Kuruppu, Ratmalana, Sri Lanka

Anita Mitchell, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK

Prof Jess Power Chairman of Council, University of Salford, Salford, UK

Helen Rowe, The Textile Institute, Bolton, UK

Trevor Rowe, Bolton, UK

Prof Pammi Sinha, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK

Ian Smith, Chairman of Events, Textile Consult, Kent, UK

Sunil Puri, Consultant, Ludhiana, India

Vadiraj Tilgul, Pangea Inc Ltd, London, UK

Prof Xungai Wang, Hong Kong PolyU, Hong Kong, China

Dr Jane Wood, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK

Charles Wood Derby, Baltex, Derby,  UK

Prof Malgorzata Zimniewska, Institute of Natural Fibres, Poznan, Poland

Programme Committee 

Dinah Awino, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya

Nuno Azóia, Aquitex, Porto, Portugal

Jorge Faria, Aquitex, Porto, Portugal

Matilde Faria, Aquitex, Porto, Portugal

Dr Kim Gandhi, Manchester, UK

Prakash Kinny, Technical Textiles Innovation, Maharashtra, India

Anita Mitchell, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK

Helen Rowe, The Textile Institute, Bolton, UK

Citeve Representative, Citeve, Porto, Portugal

Dr Jane Wood, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK

Prof Malgorzata Zimniewska, Institute of Natural Fibres, Poznan, Poland

Aquitex Contacts

Bookings: bookings.tiwc25@aquitex.pt

Queries: tiwc25@aquitex.pt

Papers: papers.tiwc25@aquitex.pt

The Textile Institute Contact

ringham@textileinst.org.uk–  Robyn Ingham, senior events coordinator

Click here to book your place at the conference! 

Early Bird Fees
Non TI Member:  660 EUR (approx. GBP£550.00)
TI Member: 515 EUR (approx. GBP£430.00)
These rates are available until 15 June 2025.

These rates are now available until 30 June 2025.

Standard Fees
Non TI Member: 800 EUR (approx. GBP£670.00)
TI Member:  660 EUR (approx. GBP£550.00)

Other Fees
TI Representative: 480 EUR (approx. GBP£400.00)
Student: 240 EUR (approx. GBP£200.00)
Day Rate: 300 EUR (approx. GBP£250.00)
Accompanying Person: 240 EUR (approx. GBP£200.00)

*Accompanying person criteria: Lunch and social events only.

For group bookings of 3 delegates or more, please email bookings.tiwc25@aquitex.pt to secure a 10% discount. All bookings need to be made in a single transaction.

Invitation Letters

Invitation Letters for VISA application to the World Conference will be provided after registration and payment is completed. You are strongly advised to request an invitation letter as soon you are planning your trip and have registered to attend the conference. Please contact Robyn Ingham, events coordinator via ringham@textileinst.org.uk for more information.

TIWC Terms and Conditions

Jorge Faria, Conference Chairman

Jorge Faria began his career in the textile industry after completing his degree in Chemical Engineering. With over 38 years of experience, he has held a range of key roles across textile processing, from preparation, dyeing, and finishing to technical and commercial leadership. Before joining Aquitex in 1992, Jorge worked in prominent textile mills, where he developed a deep understanding of the textile life cycle and its critical processes.

At Aquitex, Jorge started as Technical Director and has since been a driving force behind the company’s growth, innovation, and international expansion. Now Managing Partner, he combines decades of technical expertise with a strong focus on sustainability, product development, and business strategy. His dedication to innovation is reflected in his active participation in the development and application of three patents, showcasing his commitment to advancing cutting-edge solutions for the textile industry.

Jorge is deeply committed to fostering sustainability, innovation, and collaborative value chains, which he believes are essential for the future of the textile industry. His vast experience, credibility, and dedication to responsible practices continue to inspire progress and resilience across the industry.

Aquitex specializes in the manufacture and supply of innovative chemicals for the textile industry.

With over six decades of experience, our mission is to drive innovation while upholding strong commitments to sustainability, safety and social responsibility. We deliver high-quality, customer-focused solutions with a core emphasis on technical expertise, sustainability, and supply chain efficiency.

Our dedication to research and development, alongside strong partnerships with universities, R&D institutions and key players across the value chain, makes us a trusted partner in developing cutting-edge, sustainable products and processes for the global market.

The mission of The Textile Institute is to promote professionalism in all areas associated with the textile industries worldwide. The Textile Institute has Individual and Corporate Members in up to 60 countries, the membership covers all sectors and all disciplines in textiles, clothing and footwear. Within these global industries the aim of the Institute is to facilitate learning, to recognise achievement, to reward excellence and to disseminate information. The Textile Institute is a unique organisation in textiles, clothing and footwear. It was incorporated in England by a Royal Charter granted in 1925, was inaugurated in 1910 and is a registered charity. The Textile Institute is a fully international organisation represented by local and national offices around the world with its International Headquarters based in Manchester, UK.

Conference Schedule

Tuesday 7 October 2025

Registration and welcome Reception at the hotel congress area 16:00 hrs PT.

Wednesday 8 October 2025

Conference Opening Ceremony, Keynote presentations and sessions throughout the day with refreshment and lunch breaks.

An evening Gala Dinner and The Textile Institute Awards Ceremony

Thursday 9 October 2025

Keynote presentations and conference sessions throughout the day with refreshment and lunch breaks.

Friday 10 October 2025

Key Presentation, conference sessions throughout the morning with refreshment break. Closing Ceremony before lunch.

Visit to Centi and Citeve in the afternoon. Transport will be provided.